---
title: "Kayla"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/kayla-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 69274
imdb_id: "tt0119452"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 3
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Kayla (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/kayla-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Kayla is a 1997 drama and family film directed and set in the 1920s that follows a boy named Sam MacKenzie whose explorer father disappeared in the Arctic tundra. Struggling to adjust to his new Canadian home and cope with his stepfather, Sam befriends a wild dog named Kayla with the hope of entering a dogsled race, leading to a conflict when the community turns against the animal.

The film explores classic themes of friendship, family, and loyalty over a runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes. It presents an inspiring narrative focusing on Sam's journey of coming to the rescue of his companion against community opposition.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A lonely boy in 1920s Canada finds solace in a wild dog."

### Why Watch
- It tells a poignant and inspiring story about a boy and a wild dog.
- The narrative features a high-stakes dogsled race plot.
- It explores themes of friendship, family, and loyalty set in the 1920s.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The community turns against the dog, which may be distressing for some viewers.
- Tone & Suitability: The tone is poignant and inspiring, suitable for family viewing with a drama classification.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #1920s-setting, #arctic-tundra-themes, #dogsled-race, #family-drama, #friendship-story, #canadian-home

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Nicholas Kendall
- **Networks / Studios**: Ciné Télé Action, Taurus Film

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Tod Fennell** as *Sam Mackenzie*
- **Henry Czerny** as *Asa Robinson*
- **Bronwen Booth** as *Althea Robinson*
- **Meredith Henderson** as *Jaynie Nightingale*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Kayla?
Streaming availability can be checked on platforms like The Movie Database where the film is listed under its 1997 release.

### Q: Is Kayla worth watching?
It is worth watching if you appreciate classic family dramas focused on friendship and loyalty.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes.

### Q: Does this film have multiple episodes?
No, Kayla is a feature film rather than a television series with episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Kayla — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/69274)
- [Kayla (1997) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119452/fullcredits/)
- [Kayla (1997) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/69274-kayla/cast)
- [Kayla (1997) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/kayla/credits)
- [Kayla (name) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kayla_(name))

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